Supporting private equity through every stage of an investment
At Clearwater, we work alongside private equity teams to help them achieve the best outcomes for them and their portfolio companies. Our approach is straightforward: we listen, understand your objectives, and use our experience to guide you through every stage of the investment lifecycle — from initial acquisition and portfolio development to refinancing and exit.
Proven experience with private equity
We’ve supported many private equity houses on both buy-side and sell-side mandates. Our clients value our honest advice, tailored process, and commitment to getting the right result. We don’t just wait for opportunities to come to us; we actively seek out businesses and options that align with your investment strategy, drawing on our regional strength and local market insight to identify opportunities others may miss.
International reach
Clients appreciate our international footprint, and especially our strong connections with the US through our partner KeyBanc Capital Markets, which allows us to stay tuned to the very latest trends and offer the best solutions. Our global coverage, combined with deep local relationships and sector expertise, gives clients a powerful advantage throughout the investment cycle.
What we offer
Sector experience
Private equity clients appreciate our deep knowledge and insight of specific sectors, which, combined with our debt advisory and deal origination strengths, means our advice is keenly sought by investors, whether looking to make new investments, grow portfolio companies, or seeking exits.
Strong buyer network
Years of close engagement with the market gives us clarity on where real buyer appetite for private equity-backed companies sits. We use this insight to ensure your portfolio companies are seen by those who will value them most, whether they are trade or private equity acquirers, both locally and internationally.
Senior-led advice
Every project is led by experienced partners who stay involved from start to finish. You’ll always have direct access to senior advisers who understand your business and your market, and who represent your interests with care and professionalism in every setting.
Mid-market focus
We specialise in transactions typically between €20m and €500m. This is where our experience and relationships make the biggest difference, allowing us to anticipate challenges and manage the details so you can focus on the bigger picture.
Proven experience with private equity
We’ve supported many private equity houses on both buy-side and sell-side mandates. Our clients value our honest advice, tailored process, and commitment to getting the right result. We don’t just wait for opportunities to come to us; we actively seek out businesses and options that align with your investment strategy, drawing on our regional strength and local market insight to identify opportunities others may miss.
International reach
Clients appreciate our international footprint, and especially our strong connections with the US through our partner KeyBanc Capital Markets, which allows us to stay tuned to the very latest trends and offer the best solutions. Our global coverage, combined with deep local relationships and sector expertise, gives clients a powerful advantage throughout the investment cycle.
How we work
Every business is different. We take the time to understand what matters most to you and your stakeholders. Our advice is always tailored, never off-the-shelf.
We handle the complexities and keep the process moving, taking the pressure off your team, from initial acquisition to growth, buy and build, refinancing, and exit.
Our M&A services
- Sell-side and buy-side advisory
- Buy and build support
- Cross-border transactions
- Debt advisory and financing
- Refinancing and lender education to support exit processes
- Strategic planning and portfolio advice
“We have relationships with many M&A advisers and what sticks out about Clearwater is their ability to generate continuously a lot of investment cases or possible transactions.”
PRIVATE EQUITY client
PROOF POINTS
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3200
completed transactions
Over
475
talented individuals
Across
20
offices
M&A Transactions
Not just numbers on a balance sheet, our transactions represent over 20 years’ commitment to our clients’ future. Helping them change the game. Even before it was ready to be changed.
Cross-border acquisition creates platform for growth in managed IT services
Adviser to Wanstor on its sale to Previder
Creating a stronger future for fertility care
Adviser to Manchester Fertility Group on its sale to Amulet Capital Partners-backed TFP Fertility Group
A new phase of international expansion for an Italian leader in the premium frozen specialities sector
Adviser to Bluegem Capital Partners on the acquisition of Rispo Group from funds managed by Europe Capital Partners
Leading supplier of test equipment for electronic components teams up with Swedish investment group
Adviser to DSE Test Solution on its sale to Tenuro
Ready to talk?
If you’re considering a sale or want to discuss your options, get in touch with our team. We’re here to help you unlock the next chapter for your business.
M&A Insights
Through the lens of sector experts with decades of hands-on experience, our game-changing insights reveal things unseen by others; enhancing instead of replicating what you already know.
